Khanwal

Khanwal is a village located in Hiranagar tehsil of Kathua district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Hiranagar (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Kathua.

Khanwal has its own place in the vibrant Kathua region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Khanwal

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Khanwal is 002134. The village spans a total geographical area of 80 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 184148. Hiranagar is nearest town to Khanwal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.

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Population of Khanwal

Below is a concise population overview of Khanwal as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 538 289 249
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 79 52 27
Scheduled Castes (SC) 40 22 18
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 381 215 166
Illiterate Population 157 74 83

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Khanwal village:

  • The total population of Khanwal village is around 538, including approximately 289 males and 249 females, with a sex ratio of 861 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 79 children aged 0–6 years in Khanwal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Khanwal village has 40 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Khanwal village is about 70.82%, with male literacy at 74.39% and female literacy at 66.67%.
  • There are around 113 households in Khanwal village.

Connectivity of Khanwal

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Khanwal. As per the 2011 stats, Khanwal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Khanwal

Knowing the nearby villages of Khanwal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Khanwal.

Barsoo Chak Chak Charakh Marhin Mukundpur Labanian Chak Gupala Chak Jawahir Rughnath Pora Mandleyal Chan Tanda Chak Changa Chak Gojar

Frequently Asked Questions about Khanwal

Where is Khanwal located?
Khanwal village is situated in Hiranagar Tehsil, within the Kathua district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the pincode of Khanwal?
The pincode of Khanwal is 184148, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Khanwal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khanwal is 538, with 289 males and 249 females.
How many households are there in Khanwal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Khanwal village has a total of 113 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khanwal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khanwal is 70.82%. The male literacy rate is 74.39%, while the female literacy rate is 66.67%.